2006 Dodge Viper vs. 2004 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 388 more horse power than 2004 Ford Maverick. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Viper weights approximately 8 kg more than 2004 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Maverick will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Viper (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Viper | 2004 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Viper | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8275 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 725 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 84.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 88 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
